WILMINGTON, Del. -- Kick off the summer and experience a “bugged out” weekend of insects, birds, nature, and more from Friday through Sunday at the Delaware Museum of Natural History.

The bugged out fun begins on Friday, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. with the Members’ Preview Party for the Museum’s latest special exhibit, “BUGS: Outside the Box,” on display through Sept. 1. This exciting exhibit allows visitors the opportunity to get up close with a long-arm beetle more than ten feet tall, a giant butterfly with a five foot wingspan, or a heavily-armored stag beetle with jaws as big as a human leg, amongst a number of other fascinating insects.

Presenting a selection of greatly enlarged insect sculptures, each showcasing the beauty hidden within the (mini) beasts of the natural world,”BUGS: Outside the Box” highlights intricate details not visible to the naked eye. This special evening is just for members and includes light refreshments and the chance to see this exciting traveling exhibit before anyone else!

The fun continues on Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for Family Fun Day, highlighted by two free-flight, live bird shows. The skilled team from Animal Behavior & Conservation Connections will bring their array of exotic birds from around the world to the Museum’s backyard for exciting bird shows at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. In addition, visitors can check out BUGS: Outside the Box, participate in activity stations geared for family fun from over a dozen local partner organizations, purchase delicious sandwiches from the “I Don’t Give a Fork” food truck, and much more. This event is free for members and free with admission. It’s also a See You Outside event, so visitors are encouraged to take a photo of themselves at the event.

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On Sunday, visitors can celebrate dad with a trip to the museum. Start Father’s Day off right by enjoying the new newest special exhibit, “BUGS: Outside the Box”, before spending some quality time together with hands-on activities meant to celebrate all that’s great about dad. Event runs from noon-4:30 p.m. and is free for members and free with admission.

Times vary. Please visit the museum’s website for complete hours. Admission is $9 for adults; $8 for seniors; $7 for children. free for members. free for children under 2. NOTE: Members’ Preview Party open exclusively to members. For more information, visit delmnh.org or call 302-658-9111